Low Sodium Oven Baked Turkey

Elevate your holiday table with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Oven Baked Turkey recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of fresh thyme, rosemary, sage, and minced garlic, this dish proves you don't need excess salt to achieve incredible flavor. The turkey is coated with a generous layer of herb-infused unsalted butter for a juicy and tender roast, while hints of onion powder, paprika, and black pepper add subtle depth. Stuffed with aromatic vegetables and slices of lemon, every bite bursts with natural goodness. With a golden, crispy skin and perfectly moist interior, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for gatherings, offering a healthier twist on a classic turkey dinner without compromising taste. Serve it alongside your favorite low-sodium sides for a feast that’s both nourishing and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 pounds Turkey, whole
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons Fresh sage
• 6 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 whole Lemon, sliced
• 2 whole Carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 whole Celery stalks, chopped
• 1 whole Yellow onion, quartered

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and ensure the oven rack is positioned in the lower third of the oven to accommodate the turkey.

Step 2

Remove the turkey from the packaging, including the neck and giblets from the cavity, if present. Rinse the turkey thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the unsalted butter with the fresh thyme, rosemary, sage, and minced garlic until evenly combined.

Step 4

Gently loosen the skin on the breast of the turkey by sliding your fingers underneath it. Be careful not to tear the skin.

Step 5

Spread the herb butter mixture evenly underneath the skin across the breast of the turkey.

Step 6

Sprinkle the onion powder, black pepper, and paprika all over the turkey, rubbing it across the entire surface.

Step 7

Place the lemon slices, chopped carrots, celery, and quartered onion inside the cavity of the turkey.

Step 8

Tuck the turkey wings underneath the bird and tie the legs together with kitchen twine.

Step 9

Place the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan and cover the bird loosely with aluminum foil.

Step 10

Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for approximately 3 hours, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the breast and thigh reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 11

Remove the foil during the last 45 minutes of cooking to allow the skin to become golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

After removing the turkey from the oven, let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist turkey.

Step 13

Carve the turkey and serve with your favorite low sodium sides. Enjoy your delicious low sodium oven-baked turkey!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5921.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7949.6

Total Fat 239.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 3934.2mg	0%
Sodium 3423.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 1312.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1028.4mg	0%
Iron 68.8mg	0%
Potassium 14674.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.4%

Protein: 69.2%

Carbs: 2.4%